Topic: Ben Nevis via CMD arete 21-23 May 2010 (Read 135168 times)

666_pack · « **Reply #105 on:** February 19, 2010 »

just had this reply of OM

It is really a bit early to say what the conditions on the arete will be like in May. Normally May would be a good month to climb as the snow should be clear of the ridge and the climb up onto Ben Nevis. However you should be aware that snow used to lie in the northern corries all year round, not so much the last few years though. However this year winter has been rather harsh since December with loads of snow and it is likely to continue. Also in April we normally get a big dump of snow. I would wait till April before making any final decision and then give yourself several days up in Fort William so that you can select a good weather window to make the ascent. There are escape routes which you should make yourself aware of.

May might still be to early

MG1 · « **Reply #106 on:** February 20, 2010 »

Is this meet going ahead on tues? Haven't heard from kendog or Neilb.

NeilB · « **Reply #107 on:** February 20, 2010 »

I will be there dude as long as work doesnt snare me for overtime

MG1 · « **Reply #108 on:** February 20, 2010 »

Good man.

kendogbaggio · « **Reply #109 on:** February 21, 2010 »

I'll be there mate as long as that neil swine gives me a lift!

MG1 · « **Reply #110 on:** February 21, 2010 »

Happy dayz thats everyone then.

chris · « **Reply #111 on:** February 21, 2010 »

http://visit-fortwilliam.co.uk/the-ben-nevis-webcam-fort-william-scotland

Found a link for a web cam at Ben Nevis. It says it covers the CMD Arete. Not sure if you'd ever be able to see anything on it but it might show something interesting.

666_pack · « **Reply #112 on:** February 23, 2010 »

see you guys tonight

chris · « **Reply #113 on:** February 23, 2010 »

Is this the place?

MG1 · « **Reply #114 on:** February 23, 2010 »

Think so mate

billy backpack · « **Reply #115 on:** February 23, 2010 »

Yep that's the place ... will see you all later

NeilB · « **Reply #116 on:** February 23, 2010 »

I'm in ballyrobin now. On the iPhone

chris · « **Reply #117 on:** February 23, 2010 »

I had a quick look at the ferry prices on ferry savers and it works out cheaper just to have everyone in cars.
Larne-troon 21st May @0715 Car and Three adults £238
Same boat with four adults £278
£516/7 works out at £73.70 each.
If we got one more to fill that last space it would be work out at £69 each and If only six go then £79 each.
With two drivers and 4 foot passangers it was workin out at £86 each

billy backpack · « **Reply #118 on:** February 23, 2010 »

You beat me to it ... lol

Anyhow I arrived at the same figures and I think it works out better for the team to travel together.

The price difference when you break down the numbers in the group are pretty negligible so it all looks good , now I just need to speak to a "friend" to see if we can make any more savings.

chris · « **Reply #119 on:** February 24, 2010 »

out of interest regarding the price I just had a wee look on ebay at the crampons and ice axes,

I think I'd rather wear nothing than these! They look like their made from mechano!

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